One great way to do that: watch a feelgood movie! Few things are as effective as a bright and happy movie for a pick-me-up. Here are some of my personal favorite feelgood movies to watch when you’re feeling down. Everything will be okay! 20. School of Rock (2003) Dewey Finn is a mess at being an adult. He doesn’t have a job and he just got kicked out of his band....

But when it comes to Hollywood depictions of parental figures, they’re often pushed to the extremes—so perfect as to be implausible, so terrible as to be unbelievable, or just exaggerated vessels for tropes and cliches. However, every once in a while, Hollywood gives us truly excellent parental figures who are imperfect yet lovable all the same. Here are our favorite movie parents who are quirky, loving, and relatable. 5. Edna and Wilbur Turnblad (Hairspray) Edna Turnblad (John Travolta) and Wilbur Turnblad (Christopher Walken) were high school sweethearts....

Some films have plots based on real records of history that were kept and preserved by historians and museums, and some films go further by accurately depicting true-to-life stories of real people who played real roles in real historical events. Of course, in these biopics, creative license can be taken to spice up the narrative and tighten things up for the audience. But even so, such movies help shed light on lesser-known things that have happened....

However, not everything has to be based on real life. Television has given us many fictional queens who are just delightful to watch. These monarchs might not be great to serve in real life, but their rises to power and their on-screen reigns are deliciously entertaining. Here are my picks for the greatest fictional queen characters in television and what makes them so compelling. 7. Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen (House of the Dragon) Rhaenyra Targaryen is one of the main characters in HBO’s hit TV series House of the Dragon....

Either way, STEM requires clear instruction and regular exposure to truly understand and appreciate, and that’s doubly true for young ones. From grasping rudimentary concepts to mastering tougher principles, kids need help when it comes to developing a love for STEM. And since many STEM paths can lead to lucrative and fulfilling careers, you probably want to start your children early. The sooner they’re introduced, the more time they have to wrestle with it....

From wrestlers to basketball players, baseball’s elites to football’s all-stars, several professional sports men and women have tried—and failed—to break into the movie industry in a meaningful way. However, there are a few who have done it—a gallant few who have thrown themselves into the acting ring and come up gold. Here are the best movie performances given by athletes! 8. Michael Jordan (Space Jam) Space Jam became more than a movie after its release in 1997; it has developed a devoted following that many better movies could only dream of....

But when a movie features a genius or gifted individual, you can be sure you’ll be in for a ride—whether it’s a comedy centered on a nerd, a mystery featuring an intuitive investigator, or even a thriller about someone whose high IQ grants special powers. With a bit of creativity, the narrative possibilities are endless when supermind characters are involved. Here are some of our favorite movies about geniuses and gifted people....

But despite the drama, the relationship between mother and daughter is a sacred one. It’s a bond for life; one of the strongest forms of love. And plenty of movies have explored what it’s like. Here are some of the best movies about mother-daughter relationships, diving deep into the complexity of it all. 8. Lady Bird (2017) Lady Bird isn’t a movie that’s solely focused on a mother and daughter, but a mother-daughter pairing does play a key role in it....

But every so often, a well-known non-actor gets cast for a role that goes far beyond a mere cameo. They may even play one of the leads in the film, whether as protagonist or villain or someone else important. And while many of these appearances end up deeply disappointing in one way or another, several musicians have proven themselves as artists of many talents, delivering stunning performances that we still remember....

The versatility of the character archetype means thieves can be heroes (stealing for a righteous cause) or villains (ripping off others for the sake of avarice). Either way, their motives lay hidden beneath. And no matter which way they lean, thief characters often make for scintillating cinema. Here are our picks for the best thief characters in movies who will surprise you. 8. Flynn Rider (Tangled) By his own description, Flynn Rider is a swashbuckling rogue....

For over two decades, the handheld personal music device was widely known as the very tip of cultural cool. With its easy-to-use interface and simplistic click-wheel, the iPod was just as much a device for listening to music on-the-go as it was a fashion statement. In the mid-2000s, iPods (and, later, iPod clones and inspired devices) were essential for anybody who cared about music. The stylish pocket gadget rendered Walkmans and CD players obsolete as it revolutionized how people listened to their songs anywhere....

It wasn’t long before Apple realized their mistake and began investing larger amounts of money into their service. Popular existing shows are getting renewed, and important directors are being enticed by Apple’s allowance for creative freedom. As a result, we can expect all kinds of high-quality movies and TV series to hit Apple TV+ in the next year or two. Here are the most exciting upcoming movies and TV series on Apple TV+....

The generally favorable Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+ gave us a look into a different chapter of Kenobi’s relationship with his former friend and apprentice, Anakin Skywalker AKA Darth Vader. But by the end of the series, a stark question came to head: Why couldn’t Darth Vader ever beat Obi-Wan Kenobi? Isn’t Vader said to be stronger than nearly every Jedi? What’s going on here? Let’s dive into the lore behind the incredible relationship between Obi-Wan and Anakin, where we’ll find several reasons why Darth Vader could never defeat his former master....

One thing that never changes? Adventures are usually profitable, if you survive. For players, that means they’ll need somewhere to spend their ill-gotten gains. Enter, the merchant! But shopping sprees in D&D can be more than just a way for the party to spend money and acquire new items. Merchants and shopkeepers are a great way to bring life to a world, given that they’re one of the few non-violent world interactions....

On top of that, One Punch Man features tons of heroes who are classified from C-Class (lowest) to S-Class (highest). Despite this ranking system, some lower-ranked heroes have shown themselves to be more heroic than higher-ranked ones—and they deserve recognition. Here are our picks for the best heroes in One Punch Man, regardless of what their individual hero classification might be. 10. Mumen Rider Despite being ranked within the lowest classification, C-Class Rank 1 hero Mumen Rider deserves praise for his undying determination when it comes to justice and protecting people....

First, he needed to put together a league of actors who’d serve their characters within the epic scale of the story with perfect balance. Second, he had to convince his first-choice stars to accept the project despite its lengthy and grueling production schedule. In December 2003, when The Return of the King released in cinemas, Jackson was vindicated as his saga was cemented as a masterpiece. After 20 years, we look at the best characters in the Lord of the Rings films, what made them so great, and which ones stand out as the best....

This amazing show was the pioneer that paved the way for later excellent anthology series, like Black Mirror, American Horror Story, and the classic Are You Afraid of the Dark? The Twilight Zone has been rebooted three times for a total of four different series—1959, 1985, 2002, and 2019—but the first version still contains most of the series’ best episodes. Whether you’re an avid fan or a curious viewer, here are the best Twilight Zone episodes with the deepest themes, sharpest writing, and most iconic moments....

But what’s truly fascinating is when a mockumentary movie’s actors and creators have their fictional characters interact with real-life people. You may either laugh or be shocked by their reactions. That there are so many mockumentary films to choose from just proves the format is popular. Here are our picks for the best mockumentary films worth watching! 11. Surf’s Up It’s odd to include a 2007 animated film from Sony Pictures Animation, but bear with me—this movie is actually worth checking out....

Even the ones outside the study group (or the “Greendale Seven,” as they’re sometimes referred to) got their own moments to shine. Creator Dan Harmon doesn’t simply create his characters based on people he knows; he cleverly designs them to pull off the show’s take on sitcom tropes. And they’re so beloved that it’s hard to pick a favorite. But we gave it a shot anyway. Here are our picks for the best Community characters, ranked all the way to our favorite....

And it makes sense why car chases are so prevalent. The high-speed action represents the adrenaline-filled intensity of the conflict between good guys and bad guys, and we get to see cool cars and impressive choreography—at least when the car chase is executed well. The greatness of a car chase scene comes down to a lot of factors, including stuntwork finesse, camerawork and cinematography, the setting, the editing, and how it fits into the overall narrative....